Barekel Village - Pithora, Mahasamund
Barekel is a village situated in the Pithora tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pithaura and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Barekel village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barekel is 446428. The village covers a total geographical area of 259.36 hectares and falls under the 493551 pincode. Bagbahara is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Barekel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barekel
As per Census 2011, Barekel village has a total population of 677 people, consisting of 320 males and 357 females. The village has 173 households and a sex ratio of 1,115 females per 1,000 males. There are 86 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 413 literate and 264 illiterate residents. Additionally, 47 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 383 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barekel are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 677 | 320 | 357 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 38 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 23 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 383 | 171 | 212 |
| Literate Population | 413 | 239 | 174 |
| Illiterate Population | 264 | 81 | 183 |
Nearby Villages of Barekel
Barekel is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jhapimauha (jhapimauta) | North | 1.05 km |
| Lawamauha (lawamauta) | North | 1.91 km |
| Tarekela | East | 2.11 km |
| Pirda | South | 2.12 km |
| Kotgarh | North-East | 2.43 km |
| Jhagrendih Tukda (viran | West | 2.91 km |
| Saisaraipali | North-West | 2.95 km |
| Tarekela Urf Bawalighutkuri | North-East | 3.08 km |
| Deotarai | North | 3.24 km |
| Bagmada | South-East | 3.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barekel
Barekel is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bagbahra, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagbahara to Barekel is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Barekel is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barekel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barekel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Barekel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barekel village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Barekel
Where is Barekel located?
Barekel village is located in Pithora Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barekel?
Barekel is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barekel?
The pincode of Barekel is 493551.
What is the population of Barekel?
Barekel has a total population of 677, including 320 males and 357 females.
How many households are there in Barekel?
There are 173 households in Barekel.
What is the literacy rate in Barekel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barekel is 61.00%. Male literacy is 74.69% and female literacy is 48.74%.